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Lighter version of a beautiful scent

Armani Code Eau de Toilette is available in a 50ml bottle priced at £47.50.

My thoughts

I loved the bottle of the original Armani Code, it looked really pretty with the floral design up the side and the colours worked really well, however I don't feel this one has the same impact. The colour of the floral design is quite insipid and doesn't provide the same contrast as the darker colour of the original, which is what made the original one stand out. I think this one just looks basically like a cheaper, more wishy-washy version of the original.

This scent is described as being a lighter variation of the original Armani Code. A simple description, but very true. It is just a lighter, more wearable version of the original Eau de Parfum.

The top notes are jasmine and orange, the mid notes are orange blossom, and the base notes are honey and vanilla. The overall scent is essentially the same as the original but lighter and with a fresher feel. It's floral with a very warm undertone from the vanilla and honey.

I do like this version of the scent, it's fresher and more suited to daytime wear than the original Eau de Parfum, but it still has the same warm, rich, seductive feel to it as the original.

I don't think this scent would suit the very young, it has a slightly more mature feel to it to me, but other than that I think any woman could wear it without it seeming out of place. Along with the original Eau de Parfum version it is one of my most complimented perfumes, especially by men.

Just a couple of sprays is enough to get a lovely amount of fragrance which is strong enough to be noticeable but not too strong so as to be overpowering. It lasts really well, in fact it's probably the longest lasting eau de toilette I've used, and I can still smell it 24 hours after applying it.

Recommended?

Yes, I would recommend this scent if you're after a lighter version of the original Armani Code.

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"Gorgeous bottle "

"Long lasting "

"Beautiful scent"

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"Expensive "

Beautiful Armani Code!

I like to spritz a little perfume on every day as not only do I like to smell nice but it also makes me feel good. Although I have few perfumes in my collection some like this Armani Code for women are on the expensive side so for this reason I keep it for a special occasion. It is also quite a heavy scent more suited for evening or occasion wear.

I purchased my Armani code for women on special offer some time ago but it is currently priced at £43.50 for a 30ml bottle in Boots. You can also purchase it in a 50ml or 75ml bottle too.

The perfumes hourglass shaped bottle itself is very chic and glamorous being made from a purple tinted glass which gets darker in colour until it reaches the black plastic lid. On the front of the bottle is a floral ace pattern giving it a pretty but elegant look. Once the cap is removed there is a spray dispenser which ensures you get nice light sprays of the fragrance.

As stated previously this is quite a strong/heavy fragrance being made up of the following scents:
Top Notes – Jasmine, orange
Heart Notes – orange blossom
Base Notes - honey vanilla
It is a fruity fragrance but with the addition of the honey and vanilla adding the sweetness it makes it quite a powerful combination. I would imagine that some people would find this fragrance quite overpowering but I love it. For me it is perfect for wearing in the evening for a special occasion and it is strong but if applied sparingly it smells wonderful. I find that just 2/3 sprays are enough to last a full evening and I enjoy catching wafts of the fruitiness of the orange with the sweetness of the vanilla.

Overall this is an expensive perfume but to me it is worth it as it smells beautiful and lasts a full evening without having to be reapplied. Also if like me you only use it occasionally a bottle will last a long time. 5 stars from me.

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Lovely Eau de Toilette from Armani

Armani Code Femme Eau de Toilette

Why did I buy this product?

I bought this product after using the Armani Code eau de parfum, which I really liked but I felt that it was slightly too strong a scent for the daytime, but I really liked it and wanted something really similar that I could use for daytime or summer wear. In general I love Armani scents, I have tried 5 or 6 different ones and this is probably my second favourite (after Acqua di Gioia).

The packaging

The bottle is lovely - I think it is really a really elegant shape and a beautiful colour. For me one of the things I love about perfume is the feeling of treating myself, and this bottle definitely feels like a little luxury.

The spray delivers a good amount of perfume - one spray on the wrists and one on the neck seems to be the perfect amount. I don't think it is too much as I my bottle seems to be lasting quite a long time so I'm sure I'm not wasting it.

The scent is beautiful. I am not a huge fan of overly floral perfumes so this suits me perfectly. It has a fresh citrussy tang (which comes from the orange and orange blossom notes). The honey and vanilla bass notes add a kind of warm sweetness.
It has good lasting power - I can still smell it several hours after I put it on. It does not last as well as the eau de parfum though, probably due to not being as strong.

This is a great perfume for all ages - both me and my mother are very fond of it.

Price and Availability

Not as widely available as the eau de parfum of the same scent, and only available in one size. (50ml, 47.50 at Boots). It is cheaper than the eau de parfum but this probably doesn't make any difference in the grand scheme of things as you would have to use less of the eau de parfum.

Would I buy it again?

Yes. It's yet another gorgeous scent from Armani, my favourite perfume brand. I don't think you should rush out and buy it without trying it first as it's such a subjective thing, but if you want a new scent, I definitely recommend trying this one.

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A lovely gift (or treat!)

I was lucky enough to get a bottle of Giorgio Armani Code Femme Eau de Toilette for Christmas 2012 and I now use it most days :)

Armani Code is a pretty new scent on the scene, though Armani have been making scents for years and as a trusted brand I knew I'd like Code when a friend recommended it to me. The bottle is a tall, thin bottle a bit like Christina Aguilera's scent, or a short version of Flower By Kenzo, and it is styled in clear glass with a blue tint to the top and a navy flower decal over it. The lid is in black plastic and the spray atomiser is in stainless steel.

Giorgio Armani Code Femme Eau de Toilette comes boxed and cellophaned so it's a great gift on it's own, but it can be purchased as part of a gift set with a shower gel and moisturiser which is what I got, and very nice it is too.

Amazon describes the scent as 'Orange Blossom is the Muse of this creation: a miracle of the nature, the quintessence of femininity. A unique creation reveals this flower's full magic and operates its metamorphosis by the incredibly soft embrace of Madagascar vanilla and a touch of honey. Sambac jasmine, from India, amplifies the radiance and elegance of this celebration of noble materials.' I wouldn't say that it is overly orangey, though it certainly has a fruity overtone, with undertones of the vanilla coming through. It's what I'd describe as a sweet smell but it's not overpowering or cheap smelling as some floral or sweeter scents can be, but it's certainly no where near as dark and musky a smell as say Poison.

I do like the scent and on an average day it does last around 5-6 hours on the pulse points, it's not an all day scent probably because it is a bit lighter and has less musk, but that's not a problem for most people as you're usually wearing it for work or for a night out. You can get handbag atomisers to decant a little in to, should you wish (I have one and they are excellent).

A note on the spray from the bottle, it's nice and strong, no drips and a good 'cloud' effect (should you like to spray and walk, a la Friends, to scent your hair) and the pump is easy to press and it feels high quality.

Overall I highly recommend Giorgio Armani Code Femme Eau de Toilette, either as a treat to yourself or as a gift, as mine was a gift I won't go into prices, I'm sure you can understand - but if it's priced in the same arena as most Armani scents, then I wouldn't begrudge paying that.

I will happily give it 4/5, it's a lovely scent, not my favourite ever (that's Herve Leger Femme), but a great light daytime scent which appeals to many. Lovely!

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A long lasting, rich fragrance!

After being treated to an Armani Code fragrance gift set a few years ago I have been using the perfume ever since. Marketed as a sensual but simple spellbinding fragrance it really does live up to the advertising! In a sleek dark blue bottle with black lace-like flower detail trailing up the stem if really does look like a spell in bottle. The deep blue fades to a clear glass at the bottom of the long sleek bottle. The bottles look elegant and expensive. The bottle is supplied in a long thin cardboard box with the same design keeping a thread of consistency throughout.

Armani code is sold in 50ml and 75ml bottles in Boots and these range from £35-£45 so for me is one of most expensive perfumes in my collection but in my opinion it is well worth the price tag.

The perfume has top notes of Orange Blossom, along with Jasmine orange itself, and base notes of Honey and Vanilla. I happen to not be very keen on both orange and vanilla but these notes seem to not be very noticeable and the Jasmine and orange blossom are more distinctive and combine together to create an oriental tone to the perfume. The perfume, for me, is quite seductive in its fragrance and with a hint of floral notes too. It has a good depth of fragrance and is long lasting easily taking you through the whole day without fading.

When first applied the perfume is quite strong but not over-powering but soon settles into your skin within 10 minutes or so. The fragrance then remains solid for a good 8 hours or so before really starting to fade. I have had lots of compliments on the perfume since starting to wear it and comments about how long lasting it is. I would say that the Armani Code lends itself to a more evening wear market with its oriental tones and deeper fragrance but I have to say I love it so much I wear it day to day.